Zilpha John Vibbert

 

Zilpha John Vibbert, age 69, of Glasgow, and formerly of Summer Shade, passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at the NHC of Glasgow. He was born on October 30, 1953 in Glasgow, a son of the late Louise Hope Vibbert and Todd Vibbert.

   He is survived by his sisters, Marcella Rich of Glasgow, Ellen Jacobson of Florida, and Elaine Mattingly of Lexington; brothers, Bobby Vibbert of Summer Shade; and Gary Vibbert (Tabitha) of Edmonton; and several nieces and nephews also survive.

  He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother Jimmy Vibbert.

  Graveside services will be conducted on Sunday, April 02, 2023 at 1:00 P.M at the Summer Shade Cemetery. Bro. Mark Parks will officiate the services.

  In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. These can be made at the funeral home office.

 

 

William Randal Brown

 

William Randal Brown, age 61, of Tompkinsville passed away on March 25, 2023. He was born on April 04, 1961 in Glasgow, a son of the late Wayne Randal Brown, and Barbara Ann Davis Brown, who survives. He was an avid coon hunter and outdoorsman.

   In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife Shelia Brown of Tompkinsville; daughter, Brookie Walden (Chad) of Tompkinsville; son, Chad Brown of Glasgow; granddaughter, Kennedy Walden; step-sons, Tony Strong and Josh Strong (Ashlee) both of Tompkinsville; step-grandchildren, Cassie Strong, Abram Strong, and Titus Strong; sister, Debbie Vrocher of Edmonton; brothers, Aaron Brown (Tammy) of Edmonton, Barry Brown and Anthony Brown both of Tompkinsville; several nieces, nephews,  and cousins also survive.

  In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by one brother, Eddie Brown; and brother- in- law Jack Vrocher.

  Serving as pallbearers will be Michael Brown, Clifford Stephens, Darren White, Tony Strong, Josh Strong, Garry Brown, JayDee Wood, and Vernon “Tinker” White. 

Honorary Pallbearers will be Cousins, Friends, and Coon Huntin' buddies.

  Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 1:00 P.M. at the McMurtrey Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the White Cemetery in Edmonton. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 27, 2023 from 4:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. and will continue on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 from 8:00 A.M until service time at 1:00 P.M at the funeral home.

 

 

Stephen Bowles

   

Stephen Kenneth Bowles, age 55, of Monticello, Indiana passed away on March 12, 2023 at the TJ Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. He was born on July 12, 1967 in Glasgow to Carol Kingrey Bowles Barrett and the late Kenneth “Red” Bowles. One of Stephen’s many hobbies included playing pool. He avidly played in a local pool league. During his many years of being a mechanic, Stephen grew a love for all things to do with cars. Small die cast cars and matchbox cars also caught his interest, and he collected many of them over the course of years. In addition to the die cast cars, Stephen also loved Farmall tractors and comic books as well. In addition to his love of cars and tractors; Stephen’s favorite band was The Kentucky Head Hunters, his favorite drink was Crown Royal, and his favorite bar was The Other Place. Stephen was also a loving father and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. They were very near and dear to him. He will be missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

 

    He is survived by his wife, Amanda Bowles of Monticello Indiana; one daughter, Abby Bowles of Monticello, IN; three sons, Jacob Bowles and Evan Bowles both of Monticello, IN, and Dayne Bowles (Alyssa) of West Palm Beach, Florida; three grandchildren, Kacyn, Kalum, and Kayne Bowles; mother and stepfather, Carol Barrett and Jack of Summer Shade; and grandmother, Maxie Kingrey of Summer Shade.

 

  He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth “Red” Bowles.

 

   Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, March 17^th at 2:00 P.M from the chapel of McMurtrey Funeral Home in Summer Shade. Burial will follow in the White Cemetery in Sulphur Lick. The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday, March 17 from 11 A.M until time of service at 2.PM.

 

   In lieu of flowers donation can be made toward the funeral expense. These can be made at the office of McMurtrey Funeral Home.

Jo Ann Ferguson

 

   Jo Ann Taylor Ferguson, age 75, of Tompkinsville, passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023, at the Monroe County Medical Center.

   Born March 2, 1948, in Glasgow, she was a daughter of the late Marie (Haynes) Wilborn and Gustus Wilborn and birth father, Jessie Taylor. She was the wife for 59 years of Roger Ferguson who survives.

   She was a homemaker and secretary. She was of the Baptist faith.

   Survivors in addition to her husband  include one daughter, Tammy Annette Ferguson (Ronnie Morrison), Edmonton; one son, Brian Roger Ferguson, Tompkinsville; one sister Linda Wilborn Paull, Summer Shade; five grandchildren, Chase Glover (Sarah Bartley), Zeb Ferguson (Jaycie) , Logan Ferguson, Shylah Ferguson, and Ashley Cason [Doodle]; 8 great grandchildren, Keiley Ferguson, Cash Ferguson, Kinlyn Ferguson, Abel Rich, Garrett Glover, Ballenger Ferguson, Layla Glover, and Emelia Ferguson; and two nieces, Jacky Paull Wheeler and Amanda Wilborn Holley.

   Preceding her in death, besides her parents, include a brother, Gene Wilborn.

   Funeral services will be Thursday, March 16, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at McMurtrey Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Ferguson Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 15, 2023, 4:00-8:00 P.M. and on Thursday, March 16, 2023, 8:00 A.M. until time of services at 11:00.

Roy Muse

 

      

   Roy Dale Muse, age 66, of Smiths Grove passed away on March 07, 2023, at the Tri- Star Skyline Medical Center in Nashville. He was born on June 25, 1956, in Tompkinsville, a son of the late Evie Pruitt Muse and Luther Muse. Roy was of the Church of Christ faith.

 

  He is survived by one sister, Carolyn Sue Ford of Glasgow; two brothers, Barry Muse (Janet) of Sparta, TN and Donald Muse (Betty) of Tompkinsville; two special nieces, Sherry Compton (Gary) of Smiths Grove and Regina Walker of Summer Shade; one special nephew, Gary Sexton (Heather) of Summer Shade; and several other nieces and nephews also survive.

 

  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by brothers, Wayne, Charles, Darrell, and Earl Muse; and sisters, Mildred Rouse and Zella Sickman.

 

  Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 P.M. on March 13 at the McMurtrey Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Basil Cemetery. Visitation will begin on Sunday, March 12 from 1:00 PM until 8:00 PM, and will continue on Monday, March 13 from 8:00 AM until service time at1:00 PM at the funeral home.

 

  In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Basil Cemetery or BRAWA. These can be made at the funeral home office.

Michael Dennis Anderson

 

  Michael Dennis Anderson, age 61, of Summer Shade passed away on March 03, 2023 at the Hospice House in Bowling Green. He was born on October 15, 1961 to Betty Smith Anderson and the late Claude Anderson, who precedes him in death.

 

  In addition to his mother, Betty Smith Anderson of Burkesville, he is survived by one brother, Joey Anderson (Libby) of Burkesville; nephews, Corey and Anthony Anderson; great niece and nephew, Karaline and Conley Anderson; special cousin Karen Anderson and special friend, James Whitlow; very best friend, Lisa Geralds and Katlyn; caregivers, Barbara Moore, Patsy Scott, Sharon Smith, and Janice Turner; special pets, Blu and Lucy; and a host of cousins and friends.

 

  Cremation was chosen by the family with memorial services to be announced at a later date. McMurtrey Funeral Home in Summer Shade is in charge of arrangements.

 

 

 

Alene Bowman

 

  Alene Bowman, age 95, of Summer Shade passed away on Thursday, March 02 at the Monroe County Medical Center. She was born on July 18, 1927, a daughter of the late Amy “Shirley” Shives Webb and Otto Shives in Summer Shade. She spent her life working on the farm with her late husband William Hugh Bowman, and working at home raising her children.  Alene was a member of the Summer Shade Missionary Baptist Church.

 

  She is survived by one daughter, Shirley Hammer (Rondal) of Summer Shade; one son, William Bowman of Summer Shade; Grandchildren, Allison Ramsey (Josh) and Ryan Hammer (Kaitlyn), both of Summer Shade; great-grandchildren, Alena Ramsey, Alivia Ramsey, Jaxston Ramsey, Aliza Ramsey, Rhett Hammer, and Wade Hammer, and several nieces and nephews also survive.

 

  In addition to her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by her stepfather, Roger Webb; granddaughter, Holly Christina Hammer; daughter-in-law, Jennifer Bowman; and her brother, Jack Shives.

 

   Funeral service will be conducted Monday March 6, 2023 at 1:00 P.M. at the Summer Shade Missionary Baptist Church with Brothers Joe Walters and Chad Harston officiating. Burial will follow in the Skaggs Creek Cemetery.

 

   Visitation will be held on Sunday March 5^th from 1:00 P.M. till 8 P.M. and on Monday March 6 from 8:00 A.M. till 9:30 A.M. at the McMurtrey Funeral Home. Visitation will continue on Monday March 6th from 10:00 A.M. till funeral time of 1:00 P.M. at the Summer Shade Missionary Baptist Church.

 

 Memorials may be made to Dolly Parton Imagination Library or the Skaggs Creek Cemetery and can be left at the funeral home.